Learning Way Elementary vs South Side Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Learning Way Elementary
Shelbyville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
638 students
South Side Elementary
Shelbyville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
352 students
| Measure | Learning Way Elementary Shelbyville, Tennessee | South Side Elementary Shelbyville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 3 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #899 of 913 | #795 of 913 |
| National rank | #50270 of 50,301 | #49540 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 638 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 27% |
| city | Shelbyville | Shelbyville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Side Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (9.7 vs 2.5).
- •South Side Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 11%).
- •Learning Way Elementary does better on reading proficiency (13% vs 12%).
- •Learning Way Elementary is the larger school with 638 students compared with 352.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Learning Way Elementary better than South Side Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Side Elementary ranks higher (9.7 vs 2.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Learning Way Elementary and South Side Elementary?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Shelbyville and Shelbyville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Learning Way Elementary: 638. South Side Elementary: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Learning Way Elementary and South Side Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Learning Way Elementary is 899th of 913 and South Side Elementary is 795th of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).